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Lead the engineering standards behind a High-Growth UK SaaS platform Software Development Manager NestJS / NodeJS, Vue: .NET backgrounds welcome Greater Manchester (Hybrid: 1 day per week onsite) Up to 100,000 + benefits If you're a technically strong engineering leader who built your career on solid engineering foundations (whether in C# / .NET or modern JavaScript frameworks) and still care deeply about code quality, DevOps maturity, and scalable systems, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity. We're partnered with a high-growth UK SaaS technology company building data-driven digital products that help commercial teams better understand and engage their customers. As they scale their customer-facing platforms, they're looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to shape engineering standards and lead the next phase of platform evolution. The Tech Environment The company's stack has evolved. Originally built on a Microsoft / C# / .NET foundation, the platform has transitioned to a more modern stack including: NestJS / NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server, Snowflake. They are open to candidates from a strong .NET background who have since gained experience in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems. Or who can demonstrate the adaptability and technical depth to operate in this environment. What matters most is engineering quality, architectural thinking, and leadership credibility, not a rigid checklist of frameworks. You'll balance people leadership, technical direction, and delivery performance, ensuring teams build maintainable, secure, and high-performing systems. What We're Looking For Significant experience in a SaaS or product-led environment Strong previous experience as a hands-on software engineer (C#/.NET or modern JS/TS stacks) Proven leadership of engineering teams Experience building and operating systems at scale A solid understanding of automated testing and QA practices Familiarity with modern DevOps approaches Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills The ability to quickly pick up new tools and solve complex problems Interested? If you're a strong engineering leader who wants to influence platform direction without stepping away from technical depth, this role offers real impact in a growing SaaS business. Apply now or contact us for more details: (url removed) / (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Software Engineering Manager £100K On behalf of our rapidly growing client based in Manchester, we are recruiting for an exceptional Software Engineering Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer, Principal Engineer, or Lead Software Engineer looking to step into an Engineering Manager position, leading a high-performing team of 8 10 engineers. As Software Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing engineers within the wider technology team, while helping shape engineering standards, delivery, and technical direction. The Software Engineering Manager will be responsible for: Leading and managing a team of approximately 8 10 software engineers, supporting both their technical and professional development Ensuring the team understands company and departmental goals, and that engineering and architectural best practices are followed Mentoring and coaching engineers, helping individuals achieve their full potential Working closely with Product and Project teams to ensure development priorities are understood, estimated accurately, and delivered on time to a high standard Collaborating with peers and senior technical staff to identify opportunities for optimisation and continuous improvement across engineering and delivery functions Creating a positive, collaborative, and high-performing engineering culture The Software Engineering Manager will have: Previous experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Principal Engineer, Lead Developer, or similar technical leadership role A desire to move into, or recent experience within, an Engineering Manager position Experience working within a fast-paced Agile software delivery environment Strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching capabilities Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical challenges clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills A strong technical background, ideally with exposure to Golang, React Native, and/or TypeScript Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday Flexible working Excellent career progression opportunities Opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing engineering team How to Apply If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career, click Apply today interviews are taking place immediately. Software Engineering Manager Manchester

Software Development Manager Manchester Are you a hands-on Software Development Manager who enjoys building high-performing engineering teams while shaping technology strategy? Our client, an ambitious and growing technology company based in Greater Manchester, is looking for an experienced Software Development Manager to play a key role in driving both technical excellence and business growth. As part of the senior leadership team, you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership, managing a small but talented engineering team while helping define the company's technology roadmap. You'll mentor and develop engineers, improve development processes, and support the growth of the team as the business continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver the company's software development strategy, balancing technical leadership with people management. Manage, mentor and grow a team of software engineers. Drive best practices across software engineering, architecture, code quality and delivery. Work closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure technology supports commercial objectives. Champion innovation, continuous improvement and R&D initiatives. Help shape the future engineering function, including recruitment, team expansion and development processes. Technical Environment You'll have experience working with modern cloud-native technologies, including: Golang AWS React TypeScript Experience designing scalable, distributed applications and working within modern Agile development environments would be highly beneficial. Skills & Experience Proven experience leading software engineering teams. Strong software development background, ideally with hands-on experience in Golang and modern web technologies. Experience building and deploying applications on AWS. Strong understanding of software architecture, cloud-native development and engineering best practices. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business priorities. A passion for coaching, mentoring and developing engineering talent. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Flexible and hybrid working. The opportunity to influence technology strategy and play a key role in a growing business. If you're looking for an opportunity to combine technical leadership with strategic influence in a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Development Manager Manchester

Are you an experienced software engineering leader looking to apply your technical expertise on a broader scale? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation investing in the future of its technology capability. They're looking for a technically credible leader who can combine hands-on software knowledge with strategic thinking to shape how digital technology, automation and AI are used across the business. This isn't a role for someone who's moved completely away from technology. You'll need to be comfortable understanding software architecture, reviewing AI-generated code, challenging technical approaches and helping establish robust engineering standards, while also working closely with senior stakeholders to shape the organisation's digital direction. Working alongside the IT Director, you'll play a key role in modernising systems, improving software processes and identifying opportunities where technology can deliver genuine business value. What you'll be doing Designing and overseeing technical solutions that are secure, scalable and maintainable. Reviewing AI-assisted development and ensuring code quality and engineering best practice. Improving software development processes, governance and technical standards. Identifying opportunities to automate and streamline business processes. Working across multiple systems to improve integration, efficiency and the flow of information. Acting as the bridge between technical teams and senior business stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into practical outcomes. About you You'll have a strong background in software engineering and have progressed into a technical leadership role, while remaining close enough to technology to make informed technical decisions. You'll bring experience in several of the following: Commercial software development. Reviewing and understanding code, including AI-assisted development. Software architecture, APIs and systems integration. Modern development practices and cloud technologies. Driving improvements to engineering processes and technical standards. Introducing automation and practical AI solutions. Influencing senior stakeholders and helping shape technology strategy. Above all, we're looking for someone who's equally comfortable discussing software design with developers as they are challenging and influencing senior leaders on the future direction of technology. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

SENIOR RISK MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join a major infrastructure organisation delivering a diverse portfolio of high-profile programmes and projects. This is a key position within the Project Controls function, responsible for leading risk management activities across complex projects, providing expert advice to Project Managers, and ensuring robust risk processes are embedded throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement Project and Programme Risk Management Plans. - Facilitate risk identification workshops with project teams and stakeholders. - Lead qualitative and quantitative risk assessments. - Undertake Quantitative Cost Risk Analysis (QCRA) and Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA). - Manage and maintain project risk registers and risk budgets. - Analyse risk exposure and provide recommendations to senior stakeholders. - Produce detailed risk reports to support governance, investment and funding decisions. - Monitor mitigation actions and challenge project teams to ensure risks are effectively managed. - Support the continuous improvement of risk management processes and procedures. - Mentor and support less experienced risk professionals. Skills Required: - Significant experience in Project or Programme Risk Management. - Strong expertise in Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA). - Experience undertaking Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis. - Knowledge of project management and project controls principles. - Excellent stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills. - Strong analytical and reporting capabilities. - Experience working within complex infrastructure, transport, construction, engineering or major project environments. Desirable Experience - Predict! Risk Management Software. - Primavera P6 and/or Primavera Risk Analysis. - Public sector experience. - Experience working within large-scale infrastructure programmes.

Quantity Surveyor London Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments, alongside the active asset management of an expanding portfolio of existing assets. With a development pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion, MCR is firmly positioned as one of the UK's most ambitious and fast-growing property businesses. As we continue to scale over the coming years, we are seeking motivated, commercially astute construction professionals who are looking to grow alongside the business. This is an opportunity to join a company at a pivotal stage of its expansion, where strong performance is recognised, responsibility is real, and progression is earned. Who are we recruiting We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in the commercial and financial delivery of assigned projects within the London boroughs and surrounding areas. In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring schemes are procured efficiently and delivered within agreed budgets and programmes, providing hands-on commercial expertise from inception through to final account. Reporting into the Construction Director and Commercial Director, with direct exposure to the Board, you will take ownership of monthly cost reporting, financial forecasting, contract and subcontract packages, and the management of variations. You will work closely with a wider delivery team of Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors, contributing to the commercial strategy and financial control of projects across the portfolio. The role is primarily office-based, with regular site visits for meetings, valuations, and project reviews depending on your experience level and project location. Tell us about you The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of subcontract procurement processes and have a minimum of three years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values. You will have gained experience within a developer, main contractor, or subcontractor environment and be confident operating across both pre- and post-contract stages. This includes preparing cost plans and estimates, measurement for bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, value engineering, tender reporting, interim valuations, and final accounts. A broad knowledge of construction industry processes, procedures, and best practice is essential, along with solid technical understanding of building materials, construction techniques, and building systems. You will be comfortable working with financial and reporting tools and be fully computer literate, with strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, and related software. A full, clean driving licence is also required. From a personal and professional perspective, this role requires someone who approaches challenges head-on, is confident acting as a sounding board for colleagues and stakeholders, and can provide practical, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be comfortable negotiating with subcontractors and consultants, and carry yourself with professionalism and confidence when dealing with individuals at all levels of seniority. This is a role for someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a growing business. If you are commercially driven, technically capable, and looking for an opportunity to develop your career within a high-growth property company, we would welcome your application.

The Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team. This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00. Key Responsibilities Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens) Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies What You'll Need Hands-on experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi PLCs Programming and fault diagnosis of VSDs (SEW, Lenze, Siemens, Danfoss) Experience with motor control circuits Qualified Engineer (Electrical) with a higher engineering qualification Strong communicator, team player, able to work under pressure Desirable: Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, WinCC, Safety ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.

Customer Service Manager Salary: Up to £35,000 dependant on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time Location: Manchester We're looking for a proactive and organised Customer Service Manager to lead a busy service desk team within a growing business. This is a hands-on management role where you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of the service desk, ensuring work is scheduled efficiently, customer expectations are exceeded, and your team is supported to perform at their best. Your responsibilities will be: Lead, motivate and develop the Customer Service Desk team, ensuring high levels of performance and customer satisfaction. Oversee the scheduling and coordination of planned and reactive work, ensuring resources are allocated effectively. Monitor the service desk inbox, ensuring all customer enquiries are responded to professionally and within agreed timescales. Monitor service desk KPIs and SLAs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery. Liaise with engineers, subcontractors and internal departments to ensure work is delivered on time and to the required standard. Handle escalated customer queries and support the team with problem resolution. Review processes and implement continuous improvements to enhance operational performance. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous experience managing a customer service, help desk or service desk team. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop others. Experience using CAFM systems or similar job management software. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing workloads. Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills. A calm and confident approach when managing changing priorities and resolving issues. Strong analytical skills with the ability to use performance data to drive improvements. Experience within facilities management, maintenance, engineering support or another service-led environment. If this sounds like your next role, please click 'apply' or submit your CV to (url removed)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced UI Developer (Angular) to join a forward-thinking technology team supporting the development, enhancement and delivery of high-quality digital platforms.This role would suit a highly skilled web developer with strong experience in Angular, TypeScript and modern front-end engineering, particularly someone who enjoys building scalable, reusable UI component libraries and contributing to engineering best practice across multiple product teams. You will play a key role in developing a design system and reusable Angular components, supporting consistency, accessibility and engineering quality at scale. The role sits within a fast-paced environment where you will work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to deployment, maintenance and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop, support and enhance global web applications within a modern technological environment. Build and maintain reusable UI component libraries using Angular v18+ and TypeScript. Work with modern Angular patterns, including standalone components and server-side rendering. Support multi-project builds using Nx monorepo tooling, including targeted builds and testing across affected packages. Document and showcase components using Storybook, including accessibility auditing, design integration and MDX-based documentation. Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines covering build, lint, test and publish workflows. Deploy and support applications on AWS infrastructure. Promote and implement best practices including Test-Driven Development, Behaviour-Driven Development and clean, maintainable code. Advocate for effective design patterns to solve complex technical problems and improve reusability. Integrate AI capabilities into engineering workflows, including AI-powered tools, agents, AI-driven testing solutions and MCPs. Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams and business stakeholders to understand dependencies and deliver effective solutions. Review technical documentation and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with IT and information security policies. Support knowledge sharing, mentoring and collaboration across the wider engineering community. If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Proven track record in software development. Strong commercial experience with Angular, ideally Angular v18+. Excellent knowledge of TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML and CSS. Experience developing reusable UI component libraries and working within component-driven development environments. Experience with Nx monorepo tooling and managing multi-project builds. Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and engineering automation. Experience with AWS infrastructure and cloud-based application support. Strong understanding of software engineering best practice, including TDD, BDD, design patterns and code quality standards. Experience integrating AI tools or AI-assisted engineering workflows would be highly beneficial. Ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams. Strong communication skills and a passion for continuous improvement. The f9ollowing skills would be advantageous, but not essential. Experience with Java. Experience with Adobe Experience Manager, including AEM SPA SDK and Maven build tooling. Advanced Node.js experience. Knowledge of Python or other programming languages. Familiarity with GraphQL. Knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards and automated accessibility testing. Experience publishing and versioning npm packages to private registries. Exposure to charting libraries such as amCharts. In return, you will be rewarded with flexible working in a hybrid environment. Our industry-leading benefits package encompasses a 20% bonus in addition to a partnership payment of 10,500 and an exceptional pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

IT Manager Location: Greater Manchester (with travel to UK offices) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity Reed Technology are delighted to be working with a growing, multi-site professional services organisation seeking an experienced IT Manager to take ownership of their internal IT function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive IT professional who enjoys combining hands-on technical support with strategic IT planning. You'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of business-critical systems, working closely with external IT partners and internal stakeholders to drive improvements, strengthen security, and enhance user experience across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for all IT-related matters across the business. Provide effective troubleshooting and technical support, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. Collaborate with external IT support providers on infrastructure, cyber security, and technology projects. Lead initiatives to develop and improve IT systems, processes, and policies. Work with internal teams to establish and maintain best-practice IT standards and procedures. Manage hardware inventory, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, renewal, and disposal of equipment. Purchase, configure, and support laptops, tablets, mobile devices, and associated hardware. Administer and manage software licensing across a range of business applications. Evaluate new technologies and prepare business cases to support future investment and innovation. Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on IT performance, projects, and recommendations. Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in an IT Manager, IT Lead, Senior IT Support, or similar position. Strong knowledge of both Windows and MacOS environments. Experience supporting Windows-based server infrastructure. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office applications. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Experience managing third-party IT suppliers and service providers. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure. Desirable Experience Experience within a creative, architectural, engineering, consultancy, or professional services environment. Knowledge of cyber security best practices and compliance standards. Familiarity with BIM environments, FTP systems, ISO standards, or industry-specific technical frameworks. Experience managing specialist software licensing and deployments. What's on Offer? Salary of 35,000 - 45,000 depending on experience. Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Flexible working arrangements. Company pension scheme. Enhanced family-friendly benefits. Ongoing training, professional development, and support for professional memberships. Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and developing the organisation's IT strategy. Additional Information This role is primarily based in Greater Manchester and will require occasional travel to other UK office locations. A full UK driving licence is therefore essential. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your CV via Reed Technology.

Senior IT Project Manager The role is responsible for leading and managing significant/multiple IT Projects and Programmes. They have responsibility for creating and maintaining good customer relationships with the project teams and sponsors and to make sure that the needs of the business operations are in place for the launch of the projects. The job holder manages, plans, coordinates, controls and steers the overall Programme and associated project portfolio according to the process requirements. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Degree of Responsibility Project planning and setup Prepare and present resource estimates and all other related investment requirements (including for year 1 operations) for large scale IT projects and programmes. Create related budget spend forecasts. Ensure the business case is valid and approved before project commencement. Raise any required budget release requests and support investment planning and management as required (e.g. planning round for investment). Identify internal and external project dependencies and prepare inclusive work breakdown structure (WBS). Turn the WBS into a schedule with the critical path identified. Trigger procurement process and onboard project team members as appropriate, coordinate with the relevant teams to ensure the necessary resources to deliver the assigned projects are committed. Determine the methodology to apply in accordance with the established company project management framework. Responsible for Implementation Project execution (monitoring and controlling): (Planning and coordination of all technical requirements and any associated conflicts) Lead active risk and issues management, ensuring that risks and issues are owned, actioned and escalated as required. Manage any change that materially alters the project scope or plan and ensure suitable decision forums are used to agree these. Monitor and track project expenditure. Maintain a watch on project benefits realisation and check that the business case remains valid though the project phases. Lead preparation and delivery of project gateways. Validate technical solution designs to ensure they will meet business need. Responsible for Implementation Project Communication Build relationship with stakeholders and project team members. Prepare and share regular project status updates and reports. Setup and run required project steering committees. Setup and run required project team meetings / forums. Responsible for Implementation Project Closure Ensure that projects are suitably closed down once the change is implemented. Undertake lessons learnt review. Prepare benefits / outcome delivery review Ensure project artefacts are filed as appropriate and that configuration items that exist beyond the project are in the correct location Obligation to Contribute Develop knowledge & capability: Builds knowledge of project management frameworks, methods and techniques and contributes to company Project Management practice led initiatives. Supports Team Lead in providing mentoring and knowledge transfer to less experienced Project Managers. Proactively contributes to supporting & developing other Project Managers (inside and outside of project assignments). Provides constructive feedback to other Project Managers. Provides other Project Managers with advice on best practice analysis approaches & techniques (in alignment with company standards), coaches and mentors less experienced Project Managers. Shares knowledge with peers where appropriate Demonstrates understanding of corporate strategy. Proactively builds knowledge of business domains. Proactively build knowledge of automotive industry. Demonstrates full understanding of established IT frameworks pertaining to role. Management and reporting of project budgets. They may be required to run several projects at the same time. Up to 2M KEY COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Demonstrable experience in an IT related application or technical area with supervisory or management control over projects and resources. Programme Management experience Mentoring others Must be able to organise and manage workload to reflect company priorities. Evidence of successful delivery of strategic projects with targets. Evidence of interpersonal skills appropriate to the role, good communication and influencing skills. Analytical and decision making skills. Wide-ranging business process knowledge or the ability to gain the required knowledge quickly Experience of complete project life cycles from project initiation to implementation. ITIL awareness (IT Infrastructure Library: a set of comprehensive and inter-related codes of practice, useful to achieving the efficient support and delivery of high quality, cost effective IT services.) Knowledge of the Group IT processes (eg IT PEP-IT Systems Engineering Process.) Knowledge of Group systems is preferred but not essential. PRACTICAL & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE Project Management (inc PRINCE2) SCRUM & Agile methodologies Project Management Software Programme Management Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Degree (or Diploma) Computing/Business Administration related subject or equivalent. Advanced Project Management (eg. Prince2 higher). Agile/SAFe accreditation Excellent package and opportunity. Call Rachel NOW orapply online with CV Library

Are you a creative UX Designer looking to take the next step in your career? We're partnered with an exciting and rapidly growing software business that's expanding its product team and looking for a passionate UX Designer to help shape the future of its flagship SaaS platform. Working within a collaborative cross-functional team, you'll have the opportunity to design engaging user experiences across web and mobile applications while learning from experienced product and engineering professionals. What you'll be doing Design new features and enhance existing user journeys across web and mobile platforms Conduct user research to understand customer needs and behaviours Produce wireframes, user flows and interactive prototypes using Figma Collaborate with Product Managers, Developers and stakeholders throughout the design process Support usability testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Present design concepts and confidently communicate your ideas Keep up to date with UX trends, accessibility standards and best practice What we're looking for Around 2+ years' experience in a UX or Product Design role Strong proficiency with Figma Experience creating wireframes, prototypes and user journeys Understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first design principles Appreciation of accessibility and inclusive design Excellent communication and collaboration skills A genuine passion for learning and developing as a UX Designer What's on offer? Excellent opportunities for career progression Work on an established SaaS product with thousands of users Join a supportive, collaborative product team 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday off Profit share scheme Private medical insurance (length of service dependent) Onsite gym Employee wellbeing programme Regular company socials and additional employee benefits If you're looking for a role where you'll have real influence, continue developing your UX skills and be part of a growing product team, we'd love to hear from you. 51991MS INDMANJ The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Application Engineer/Web Developer to join a forward-thinking technology team supporting the development, enhancement and delivery of high-quality digital platforms.This role would suit a highly skilled web developer with strong experience in Angular, TypeScript and modern front-end engineering, particularly someone who enjoys building scalable, reusable UI component libraries and contributing to engineering best practice across multiple product teams. You will play a key role in developing a design system and reusable Angular components, supporting consistency, accessibility and engineering quality at scale. The role sits within a fast-paced environment where you will work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to deployment, maintenance and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop, support and enhance global web applications within a modern technological environment. Build and maintain reusable UI component libraries using Angular v18+ and TypeScript. Work with modern Angular patterns, including standalone components and server-side rendering. Support multi-project builds using Nx monorepo tooling, including targeted builds and testing across affected packages. Document and showcase components using Storybook, including accessibility auditing, design integration and MDX-based documentation. Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines covering build, lint, test and publish workflows. Deploy and support applications on AWS infrastructure. Promote and implement best practices including Test-Driven Development, Behaviour-Driven Development and clean, maintainable code. Advocate for effective design patterns to solve complex technical problems and improve reusability. Integrate AI capabilities into engineering workflows, including AI-powered tools, agents, AI-driven testing solutions and MCPs. Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams and business stakeholders to understand dependencies and deliver effective solutions. Review technical documentation and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with IT and information security policies. Support knowledge sharing, mentoring and collaboration across the wider engineering community. If you possess a combination of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Proven track record in both web development and software development. Strong commercial experience with Angular, ideally Angular v18+. Excellent knowledge of TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML and CSS. Experience developing reusable UI component libraries and working within component-driven development environments. Experience with Nx monorepo tooling and managing multi-project builds. Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and engineering automation. Experience with AWS infrastructure and cloud-based application support. Strong understanding of software engineering best practice, including TDD, BDD, design patterns and code quality standards. Experience integrating AI tools or AI-assisted engineering workflows would be highly beneficial. Ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams. Strong communication skills and a passion for continuous improvement. The f9ollowing skills would be advantageous, but not essential. Experience with Java. Experience with Adobe Experience Manager, including AEM SPA SDK and Maven build tooling. Advanced Node.js experience. Knowledge of Python or other programming languages. Familiarity with GraphQL. Knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards and automated accessibility testing. Experience publishing and versioning npm packages to private registries. Exposure to charting libraries such as amCharts. In return, you will be rewarded with flexible working in a hybrid environment. Our industry-leading benefits package encompasses a 20% bonus in addition to a partnership payment of 10,500 and an exceptional pension scheme. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Hardware Team Leader Location: Park Signalling, Stockport Contract type: Full time Closing date for applications: 30th July, 2026 Job Advert At Park Signalling we utilise our specialist engineering skills and knowledge to deliver products and services including consultancy and projects. We deliver design and development, application engineering, prototype manufacture, repair and consultancy at any stage in the life-cycle of a system or product. We design, manufacture and supply a range of products for the needs of the world-wide railway signalling, telecommunications and industrial control system industry. As a signalling consultancy, we are unique in the product knowledge that we hold. This know-how is current, relevant and easily transferable to all types of fail-safe control systems and products. We are now recruiting for a Hardware Team Leader to lead the hardware team by ensuring hardware technical compliance, and serving as the primary interface coordinator for hardware engineering projects. They ensure that work output is delivered across multiple projects and product lines to meet customer requirements and support the growth of the business. You will use use operational experience to ensure projects are delivered on time, to schedule, cost, quality and compliance. Key Responsibilities of the role include: Delivering hardware-specific deliverables across multiple projects and product ranges, ensuring all engineering projects meet stringent safety, quality, and agreed project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations for national and international markets. Leading, developing, and motivating the hardware engineering team to ensure high performance and delivery of innovative solutions. Oversight of technical compliance, industry standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements for all hardware-specific deliverables. Ensure the Hardware team delivers to the Engineering Project Manager designs and technical solutions which are competitive, verified, validated, and satisfy all internal or external customer requirements. Provide and maintain KPI and reporting outputs as required. Responsible for project/workstream Hardware technical, quality and safety compliance to agreed requirements and standards and overseeing project deliverables. Ensure all Quality Procedures are implemented and followed to ensure that all activities within the Engineering Function are fully compliant with the quality management system. Work with the Head of Product to review, maintain and develop engineering tools, software and processes that meet current and future products and business requirements. Manage resource planning and the effective utilisation of your engineering team to meet customer and business requirements. Identify Engineering skills and capability gaps within the team and implement appropriate strategies to enhance and develop these (focusing both on present and future demands). You will be educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline or STEM subject and have previous experience in managing engineering teams to deliver to agreed time, cost and quality requirements. A qualification in Project Management is also desirable. You will ideally be a Chartered Engineer or currently working towards Chartership. You will also be able to demonstrate to the following skills and experience: Experience in a product development role at a senior level Background in product design, development, innovation and design for manufacture Commercial and business acumen Excellent management and communication skills Ability to work at various levels within the organisation Excellent project management and presentation skills Excellent proven leadership skills Experience gained in the Railway industry or a comparable safety-critical industry is desirable. Understanding and knowledge of Rail products and approvals - desirable.

Pension, Life insurance, Healthcare cashback scheme Office-based, Cheshire, with occasional remote working once established Reporting to the Engineering Manager, working alongside R&D, Electronics, and Production Test Are you an experienced PLC engineer looking to broaden into microcontroller-based control systems? This is a chance to join a small, close-knit engineering team supporting and developing control systems for bespoke scientific/lab equipment, with real variety across production support, R&D, and new product development. The Role Every system is built to order, so no two control systems are quite the same. You'll split your time between supporting existing PLC-controlled production systems and helping shape the next generation, which combines an external software platform with in-house PLC and (eventually) microcontroller-based control. You'll: Maintain and support existing PLC control systems (Omron CX-Programmer, ladder logic/structured text) and HMI interfaces Work with an electronics engineer to integrate motor/pump control (signal-level, not circuit design) Support Production/Test with fault diagnosis and acceptance testing Read wiring schematics (produced by the electronics team) Start building familiarity with microcontroller-based control for future product development Use Git for version control About You Engineering background (degree, apprenticeship, HNC or HND) At least 4 years in a similar role, ideally industrial/PLC background Strong PLC programming experience (ladder logic/structured text); CX-Programmer experience a bonus Comfortable reading electrical/wiring schematics Curious and keen to learn: open to picking up microcontroller and embedded systems knowledge over time

Graduate Sales Development Executive Finance Startup £23k - £25k Base salary - £40,000 Uncapped OTE Manchester (Northern Quarter) A fast-growing financial consultancy specialising in R&D tax incentives is looking for ambitious graduates to join their team as Sales Development Executives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic start-up environment led by experienced professionals within the R&D tax sector, offering structured training, rapid career progression, and the chance to work with innovative businesses across a range of industries. As a Sales Development Executive, you will identify UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives and introduce them to the company s specialist advisory team. You will play a key role in generating new business opportunities and building a strong pipeline of qualified prospects. Key Responsibilities Identify and contact UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of qualified leads Speak with senior decision makers to understand their business activities Educate prospects on R&D tax incentives and identify qualifying projects Book meetings for the Business Development team to progress opportunities Achieve monthly targets and progress through the structured sales pathway Training & Development You will receive unique 1-to-1 training and mentoring including: Sales fundamentals Objection handling Identifying buying signals Understanding decision-maker personality types Full training on R&D tax incentives and how they apply to businesses You will also receive regular performance reviews, call coaching and ongoing development. Benefits Work with innovative businesses across multiple sectors including Engineering, Software, Architecture, Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing Join a rapid-growing start-up led by industry experts with over 11 years combined experience 1-to-1 training and development Work in the heart of Manchester s Northern Quarter Clear progression into a Account Manager or Sales Leader role within your first year What We're Looking For Driven and ambitious graduates Confident communicators Competitive and resilient individuals Strong interest in building a career in B2B finance sales

Following a sustained period of growth over the past five years, we are seeking a Marketing & Proposals Manager to lead our marketing activities and oversee the production of high-quality, compelling client proposals. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced marketing professional who enjoys transforming technical expertise into engaging marketing communications and winning proposals. The role combines responsibility for marketing strategy and brand management with ownership of the proposal process, working closely with technical teams to produce high-quality submissions that support business growth. Working closely with Directors and colleagues across the business, you will be responsible for developing and delivering marketing initiatives that strengthen the brand, increase engagement and generate new business opportunities. You will also manage the production of proposals, framework submissions and tender responses, ensuring everything produced reflects the professionalism, expertise and quality of the business. We welcome applications from candidates with a range of experience and value potential as much as experience. The successful candidate will be proactive, organised and creative, with excellent written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will enjoy collaborating with technical specialists, transforming complex information into engaging marketing content and persuasive proposals that help build long-term client relationships. The Role You will develop and deliver the company's marketing plan in support of the wider business development and sales strategy while managing and evolving the company's brand to ensure consistency across all communications and marketing materials. You will create engaging marketing campaigns that increase brand awareness, generate enquiries and support business growth, alongside managing the ongoing development and optimisation of the company website to ensure content remains current, engaging and aligned with SEO best practice. You will take ownership of the company's social media channels, creating campaigns that showcase projects, people and technical expertise while positioning the business as a recognised leader within its specialist sectors. You will also produce a wide range of marketing collateral, including brochures, capability statements, presentations, case studies, newsletters and client communications, working closely with colleagues to develop technical articles, blogs and thought leadership content. The role also includes coordinating PR opportunities, award submissions, exhibitions, conferences, networking events and other client engagement activities, while monitoring marketing performance, analysing key metrics and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Alongside the marketing function, you will lead the preparation of high-quality proposals, tender submissions, framework applications and Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) submissions. You will coordinate contributions from technical teams, ensuring submissions are accurate, persuasive and delivered within required deadlines. You will write, edit and proofread proposal content, maintain and continually improve the bid library, proposal templates and supporting documentation, monitor procurement portals for suitable opportunities and support Directors with client presentations, interviews and pitch materials. You will also contribute to wider business development activities by working closely with Directors to identify opportunities within target sectors, developing client-focused value propositions and sector-specific messaging, maintaining marketing assets for client meetings, supporting CRM management and opportunity tracking, and building strong relationships with colleagues, clients and external partners to support continued business growth. Knowledge, Skills & Experience The successful candidate will hold a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related discipline, or possess equivalent professional experience. You will have proven experience within a marketing role and demonstrate excellent written communication, copywriting and proofreading skills. Experience producing proposals, bids or other client-facing documentation is essential, alongside strong project management and organisational skills. You should have experience managing websites, digital marketing initiatives and social media campaigns, together with advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and PowerPoint. You will possess exceptional attention to detail, be able to manage multiple priorities effectively and feel confident collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience within construction, consultancy, surveying, engineering, architecture or the social housing sector would be advantageous, as would knowledge of public sector procurement, framework agreements and tendering processes. Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or similar design software, CRM systems and email marketing platforms would also be beneficial, together with an understanding of domestic retrofit, building surveying, building safety or asset management. Personal Attributes You will be an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills, combining creativity with exceptional attention to detail. You will be highly organised, commercially aware and customer focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. You will enjoy working collaboratively while also being comfortable taking ownership of projects independently. Most importantly, you will be passionate about producing high-quality work that reflects the professionalism and values of the organisation. Benefits The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, excellent career progression opportunities, a centrally located office with excellent transport links, hybrid and flexible working arrangements, and a company pension scheme.

Account Manager- B2B Software Hybrid after probationary period (3 days office/2 days WFH) Want to join a software company where customers genuinely matter? This is not a high-volume account management role where you're measured purely on calls, meetings or aggressive sales targets. Instead, you'll become a trusted partner to a portfolio of customers, helping them get maximum value from a software platform that is making a real difference to their businesses. You'll build long-term relationships, understand how customers work, solve problems, identify opportunities for improvement and help them grow with the platform. For the right person, this is an opportunity to join a small, ambitious SaaS business at an exciting stage of growth, where your contribution will be visible, valued and capable of shaping the future of both the customer base and your own career. What makes this role different? The company's culture is built around genuinely looking after customers. They are seeking someone who enjoys becoming an expert in a product, understands how technology can solve business challenges, and can build strong, lasting relationships based on trust rather than hard selling. The commercial side of the role is important, but success comes from helping customers realise more value. When customers can clearly see the benefits of the platform, conversations about additional modules, services and upgrades happen naturally and consultatively. If you take pride in helping customers succeed and enjoy spotting opportunities that genuinely benefit them, you'll fit right in. The Account Manager B2B Software role You'll take ownership of a portfolio of existing customers, becoming their primary point of contact and trusted adviser. You'll work closely with clients to understand their goals, maximise adoption of the platform and ensure they continue to see measurable value from their investment. Your responsibilities will include: Managing and developing relationships with existing customers. Conducting regular account reviews focused on usage, value and future opportunities. Identifying opportunities for customers to benefit from additional services, functionality or platform enhancements. Protecting and growing recurring revenue through excellent customer engagement and retention activities. Working collaboratively with Product, Engineering and Commercial teams, ensuring customer feedback influences future development. Supporting renewals, business reviews and customer meetings both remotely and face-to-face. Requirements for the Account Manager- B2B software: B2B Software or SaaS Account Management/Customer Success for at least 2-3 years with a minimum of 2 years in a single role to demonstrate the ability to acheive year on year ARR targets and KPIs. Most importantly, you'll be someone who: Genuinely cares about customer outcomes Loves building long-term relationships Can quickly learn and become confident with software products Enjoys understanding how customers operate and finding ways to help them succeed Has a consultative approach to commercial conversations Is naturally curious, organised and proactive Thrives in a fast-moving growth business where everyone contributes to success Previous experience growing existing customer accounts through up-selling or cross-selling would be highly beneficial, but the style is far more important than a "hard sales" mentality. The best people in this business succeed because customers trust them Why join? Join a growing software company with significant ambitions Be part of a close-knit team where your impact is visible Genuine career progression as the company continues to expand Hybrid working environment Private medical cover. Enhanced holiday entitlement including your birthday off Excellent company culture focused on collaboration, customer success and continuous improvement Interested? If you're looking for a role where relationship building, customer advocacy and consultative commercial skills are valued equally, and you're excited by the prospect of joining a high-growth SaaS business where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Software Engineer (.NET / AWS) Location: Manchester / Hybrid Salary: Up to 75,000 + benefits The Role We are looking to hire experienced Senior Software Engineers to join a growing engineering function. You'll play a key role in designing and building scalable, cloud-native applications that support a rapidly evolving digital product suite. Working closely with the wider engineering team, product managers, and stakeholders, you'll contribute across the full development lifecycle - from architecture and design through to deployment and optimisation. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking, collaborative team with a strong engineering culture and modern tech stack. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain applications using .NET technologies (C#) Build and deploy scalable systems within AWS cloud environments Contribute to architecture and technical decision-making Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to deliver features Champion best practice, code quality, and mentoring within the team Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes Required Experience Strong commercial experience with .NET / C# Hands-on experience with AWS (essential) Experience building scalable, distributed systems Strong understanding of APIs and microservices architecture Exposure to CI/CD and DevOps ways of working Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Desirable Skills Experience with Docker / Kubernetes Knowledge of event-driven systems Any frontend exposure (React / Angular) is a bonus Experience in a regulated environment (nice to have) What's on Offer Salary up to 75,000 Hybrid working in Manchester Strong engineering culture and collaborative team Opportunity to influence technical direction Clear progression opportunities Interested? Please submit your CV to Chrissie Rehman at DCS Recruitment via the link provided . Alternatively email me on (url removed) INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

A well-established engineering business operating within the construction and industrial sectors is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function in Manchester. This is a varied, hands-on role that will see you working closely with the General Manager, ensuring the smooth running of the company's financial operations while supporting the wider business with accurate reporting, strong financial controls and effective cash management. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working within an SME environment where they can make a genuine impact and take ownership of the finance function. The Role Lead the month-end process, producing a fully reconciled trial balance for the Group finance team. Maintain full control of the balance sheet, including fixed assets, accruals and prepayments. Manage the sales ledger, raising invoices and overseeing credit control to maximise cash collection. Process purchase invoices and maintain the purchase order system. Prepare monthly VAT and CIS returns. Reconcile bank accounts and manage daily cash reporting. Maintain the nominal ledger, posting journals and reconciling control accounts. Review and approve company credit card expenditure. Manage technician travel and accommodation expenditure in line with budgets. Ensure robust financial controls are maintained and continually improved. Work closely with operational colleagues to support the commercial success of the business. About You AAT qualified or studying towards CIMA/ACCA (or equivalent), although qualified by experience candidates will also be considered. At least four years' experience within an accounting or finance role. Previous experience producing management information and month-end accounts. Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software is desirable. Strong understanding of VAT, CIS and general accounting principles. Excellent Microsoft Excel skills. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Confident communicator who enjoys building relationships across the business. Able to manage your own workload and work independently. Experience within engineering, construction, manufacturing or another project-led environment would be advantageous. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Company pension. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a growing business. A varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy. Ongoing training and career development. If you're an experienced Finance Manager or Senior Accounts professional looking for a role where you can make a real contribution to a successful and growing engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.